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Pregnancy Safe Skincare from Ole Henriksen

Pregnancy Safe Skincare from Ole Henriksen

Pregnancy safe beauty products can be super difficult and confusing. I have an entire guide devoted to what products are safe to use while pregnant including information on what ingredients to avoid while pregnant and a huge list of pregnancy safe skincare products.

Here you’ll find pregnancy safe products from Ole Henriksen as of 7/15/2024. If it is not safe, I’ll tell you why. All of the products meet my pregnancy safe criteria. Note I will link to every product directly to avoid confusion. You’ll know exactly which product I mean.

Pregnancy and Nursing Safe Products from Ole Henriksen

BANANA BRIGHT+ EYE CRÈME (at Sephora, ULTA)
BANANA BRIGHT+ INSTANT GLOW MOISTURIZER (at Sephora, ULTA)
BANANA BRIGHT+ VITAMIN CC STICK (at Sephora, ULTA)
C-RUSH BRIGHTENING GEL CRÈME (at Sephora, ULTA)
HYDRABARRIER NOURISHING FACE OIL (at Sephora, ULTA)
POUT PRESERVE PEPTIDE LIP TREATMENT (at Sephora, ULTA)
STAY IN TOUCH RESTORATIVE HAND CRÈME
STRENGTH TRAINER PEPTIDE BOOST MOISTURIZER (at Sephora, ULTA)

Not Safe for Pregnancy, Ok for Nursing

BALANCING FORCE OIL CONTROL TONER (at Sephora, ULTA): Salicylic Acid, Gluconolactone, Glycolic Acid
BANANA BRIGHT FACE PRIMER (at Sephora, ULTA): Licorice Root
BANANA BRIGHT MINERAL SUNSCREEN SPF 30 (at Sephora, ULTA): Salicylate, Stem Cells, Gluconolactone
• Banana Bright Sun-Kissed Self-Tanning Face Primer (at Sephora): DHA, Licorice Root, Erythrulose
BANANA BRIGHT VITAMIN C SERUM (at Sephora, ULTA): Licorice Root
BARRIER BOOSTER ORANGE FERMENT VITAMIN C ESSENCE (at Sephora, ULTA): Stem Cells, Gluconolactone
BEAMCREAM SMOOTHING BODY MOISTURIZER (at Sephora): Stem Cells
COLD PLUNGE PORE REMEDY MOISTURIZER (at Sephora, ULTA): Salicylic Acid, Licorice Root, Salicylate
DEWTOPIA 5% ACID FIRMING NIGHT CRÈME (at Sephora, ULTA): Stem Cells, Glycolic Acid, Licorice Root
DEWTOPIA 20% ACID NIGHT TREATMENT (at Sephora, ULTA): Gluconolactone, Glycolic Acid, Licorice Root
DEWTOPIA 25% ACID FLASH FACIAL MASK (at Sephora, ULTA): Gluconolactone, Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid
FIND YOUR BALANCE OIL CONTROL CLEANSER (at Sephora, ULTA): Glycolic Acid
GLOW2OH DARK SPOT TONER (at Sephora, ULTA): Glycolic Acid, Licorice Root
LEMONADE SMOOTHING SCRUB (at Sephora, ULTA): Glycolic Acid, Licorice Root
TRUTH JUICE DAILY CLEANSER (at Sephora, ULTA): Gluconolactone
TRUTH SERUM (at Sephora, ULTA): Chemical Sunscreen

Not Safe for Pregnancy or Nursing

DOUBLE REWIND 0.3% PRO-GRADE RETINOL SERUM (at Sephora, ULTA): Retinoid
WRINKLE BLUR BAKUCHIOL EYE GEL CRÈME (at Sephora, ULTA): Bakuchiol, Licorice Root, Gluconolactone

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161 Comments

  1. 1.5.19
    Ana said:

    Hi! Your list of skincare products that are safe for pregnancy is SUCH a huge help! Thank you!!!!!! When you have a chance do you mind please checking OleHenriksen C-Rush Brightening Gel Cream? Below is the list of ingredients. I’m not sure in Panthenol is safe (I’ve seen it in some of my sheet masks so I’ve been avoiding it)

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Glycereth-26, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Hydroxyacetophenone, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Linoleic Acid, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum/Fragrance, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Xanthan Gum, Cetearyl Glucoside, Linolenic Acid, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Citrate, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Aroma/Flavor, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Phytate, Hyaluronic Acid, Vegetable Collagen, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Yellow 6 (CI 15985), Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Benzyl Alcohol.

    • 1.5.19
      15mins said:

      This is fine, Panthenol is a B vitamin and is fine in pregnancy

  2. 1.12.19
    Birdie said:

    I agree with Ana! Thank you so much for doing this! I realized that the Ole Henriksen «Express the Truth Moisturizing Creme» with African red tea extract, vitamin C derivatives and jojoba seed oil, is also not on there. I just bought a huge bottle as I thought it was the newer version of the Truth Advanced Moisturizing Creme, but then I realized that they were two different cremes. These are the ingredients:

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Ethyl Macadamiate, Parfum/Fragrance, Glycerin, Triisostearyl Citrate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Palmitic Acid, Stearyl Alcohol, Stearic Acid, Benzyl Alcohol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Ceteareth-20, Carbomer, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Dimethicone, Glyceryl Laurate, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Sorbitan Stearate, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitol, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Hydroxide, Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Vegetable Oil, Polyepsilon-Lysine, Caramel, Allantoin, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Sodium PCA, Calcium Ascorbate, Magnesium Gluconate, Zinc Gluconate, Methylsilanol Mannuronate, Phenoxyethanol, Aspalathus Linearis Leaf Extract, Copper Gluconate, Myristic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Sorbic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Malic Acid, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Limonene, Linalool.

    Is this safe?

    Thanks again! Love from Norway.

    • 1.12.19
      15mins said:

      This is safe!

  3. 1.22.19
    Monica said:

    Hi. Can you please let me know if the Ole Henriksen Cold Plunge Pore Mask is safe?

    Ingredients:
    Water, Kaolin, Glycerin, Disodium Lauryl Sulfosuccinate, Bentonite, Cetearyl Alcohol, Lactic Acid, Lauramidopropyl Betaine, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Menthoxypropanediol, Persea Gratissima (Avocado) Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Potassium Hydroxide, Salicylic Acid, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil, Sodium Chloride, Ethylhexylglycerin, Propanediol, Sodium Phytate, Xanthan Gum, Epilobium Fleischeri Extract, Saussurea Involucrata Extract, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Macrocystis Pyrifera (Kelp) Extract*, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract*, Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan) Extract*, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract*, Tocopherol, Chromium Hydroxide Green (Ci 77289), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891).

    • 1.22.19
      15mins said:

      No, it isn’t due to the salicylic acid. Please note I’ve reviewed the entire line and only the safe products are included here.

  4. 2.7.19
    Ashley said:

    Hello! Wow is this list a huge help! Thank you for putting it together. I tried to find out on my own with helpful info on your ingredients page but my scrambled egg pregnancy/mom to a toddler brain wants to make sure I’m not missing anything. I know they both have citric acid and because I am in my third trimester and it’s more toward the end of the ingredient list I am ok with that. Am I overlooking an ingredient that isn’t suitable for pregnancy? If so are these products suitable for nursing? Due in 3 weeks! Thanks in advance

    I’m inquiring about the

    Sheer Transformation Perfecting Moisturizer
    Water, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Dimethicone, Stearyl Alcohol, Tribehenin, Glycerin, Steareth-20, Steareth-2, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Phenoxyethanol, Sucrose Dilaurate, Octyldodecanol, Cyclopentasiloxane, Xanthan Gum, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethiconol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Polysorbate 20, Tocopheryl Acetate, Helianthus Annuus Seed Cera (Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Wax), Pisum Sativum (Pea) Extract, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Wood Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Berberis Vulgaris Bark Extract, P-anisic Acid, Sorbic Acid, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Sorbitol, Vaccinium Myrtillus Fruit/Leaf Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid, Superoxide Dismutase, Calcium Ascorbate, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Acer Saccharum (Sugar Maple) Extract.

    Invigorating Night Transformation Gel
    Water, Glycolic Acid, Glycerin, Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan), Xantahn Gum, Lactic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry) Fruit Extract, Phenoxyethanol, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Propylene Glycol, Chlorphenesin, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Acer Saccarum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Citric Acid, Parfum/Fragrance, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Sodium Levulinate, Calcium Ascorbate, Glyceryl Caprylate, Tocopherol, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Sodium Anisate, Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Threonate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Benzoate.

    • 2.7.19
      15mins said:

      The first has licorice root and the second has both glycolic acid and licorice root. I wouldn’t use them during pregnancy but they’re fine for nursing.

  5. 2.18.19
    Alexis said:

    Hi

    Thank you so much for everything you do, I’m now breastfeeding and your site is still my favourite go-to, and now my friends too. I was wondering if you had any thoughts on the safety of Ole Henriksen’s Transformation Plus Power Duo which consists of the Glow Cycle Retin-ALT Power Serum, and the Goodnight Glow Retin-ALT Sleeping Crème. I was told by someone that they were safe, but can’t find anything to support that.

    Goodnight Glow Retin-ALT Sleeping Crème
    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Potassium Hydroxide, Propanediol, Polysorbate 60, Panthenol, Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Parfum/Fragrance, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Bakuchiol, Leontopodium Alpinum Callus Culture Extract, Isohexadecane, Linoleic Acid, Peg-75 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Polysorbate 80, Steareth-20, Ceteth-20, Linolenic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Enteromorpha Compressa Extract, Sorbitan Oleate, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Phytate, Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Violet 2 (Ci 60730), Red 4 (Ci 14700), Limonene, Linalool, Citral

    Glow Cycle Retin-ALT Power Serum:
    Aqua/Water/Eau, Squalane, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isododecane, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Mica, Coconut Alkanes, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Dilinoleic Acid/Propanediol Copolymer, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Cetearyl Methicone, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Xylitylglucoside, Dimethicone/Vinyltrimethylsiloxysilicate Crosspolymer, Anhydroxylitol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Stevioside, Polysilicone-11, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Xylitol, Tocopherol, Parfum/Fragrance, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glucose, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Citrate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ascorbic Acid, Aroma/Flavor, Sodium Chloride, Citral, Limonene, Linalool

    • 2.19.19
      15mins said:

      Both have licorice root and bakuchiol, which is claimed to act just like retinoids, and I haven’t felt comfortable clearing that as safe given it does sound like it has the same mechanism of action.

      • 7.10.23
        Nancy Nguyen said:

        Is the Truth serum correctly categorized? It is listed here as a chemical sunscreen but I thought it was a serum? Thanks.

        • 7.10.23
          Christine said:

          This is the full ingredient list:
          Full Ingredients List: Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Oleth-20, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Parfum/Fragrance, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Benzophenone-4, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aroma/Flavor, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Disdodium Phosphate, Polysorbate 60, Yellow 6 (CI 15985), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Thioctic Acid, Calcium Ascorbate, Sodium Phosphate, Sorbitol, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Sodium Benzonate, Alcohol, Absoribic Acid, Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Threonate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Euphrasia Officinalis Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Limonene, Linalool.

          The chemical sunscreen is bolded.
          This discussion will help: Why did you say this product has sunscreen when there isn’t an SPF?

  6. 4.2.19
    Lili said:

    Hello Dr. Sorry to bother you once again. Can you please have a look at the new BANANA BRIGHT™ FACE PRIMER? Thanks a lot. This is a fantastic job you’re doing.

    Ingredients: Aqua/Water/Eau, Squalane, Dimethicone, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Isododecane, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Mica, Coconut Alkanes, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Sclerocarya Birrea Seed Oil, Dilinoleic Acid/Propanediol Copolymer, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Cetearyl Methicone, Silica, Phenoxyethanol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Xylitylglucoside, Dimethicone/Vinyltrimethylsiloxysilicate Crosspolymer, Anhydroxylitol, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Potassium Cetyl Phosphate, Stevioside, Polysilicone-11, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Xylitol, Tocopherol, Parfum/Fragrance, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glucose, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Citrate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Ascorbic Acid, Aroma/Flavor, Sodium Chloride, Citral, Limonene, Linalool.

    • 4.3.19
      15mins said:

      Sorry, this has a licorice root in it that I would avoid while pregnant

  7. 4.6.19
    Lia said:

    Hello Doctor,

    Is this product from Olehenriksen safe for nursing moms?

    Instant Transformation Lemon Peel
    -Glycolic and Lactic Acids (AHAs): Even out the skin tone and skin’s texture.
    -Lemon, Orange, and Sugar Maple Extracts: Help refine, renew, and retexturize.

    Water, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Glycerin, Potassium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Vaccinium Myrtillus (Bilberry) Fruit Extract, Oleth-20, Phenoxyethanol, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan) Extract, Caprylyl Glycol, Fragrance, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Acer Accharum (Sugar Maple) Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid Biosaccharide GUM-1, Tocopheryl Acetate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Extract, Citral, Limonene.

    • 4.6.19
      15mins said:

      It’s ok for nursing but not for pregnancy due to the glycolic acid and licorice root

      • 4.7.19
        Lia said:

        Thank you very much

      • 11.27.21
        Aliza Azam said:

        Hi Dr.. i am looking for retinol substitute to fight wrinkles and found articles indicating bakuchoil is safe for BF.. and would like to try Ole Henrikson bakuchoil eye cream.. do you deem bakuchoil safe for BF?

        • 11.27.21
          Christine said:

          Not necessarily.
          My discussion on bakuchiol is under retinoids in here: skincare ingredients to avoid during pregnancy
          And I think (?) I have discussion on retinoids in nursing here: Skin Care Ingredients to Avoid While Nursing

          I’ve confirmed that bakuchiol acts via the same receptors as retinoids. We have no actual safety data, those studies haven’t been done and won’t be done due to ethical issues. There’s been a strong trend in the medical world toward recommending avoidance of retinoids while nursing, though we don’t have evidence to back up that but it’s similar to other recommendations where we think there are real reasons for this rec.

          As such. I recommend avoiding bakuchiol for both pregnancy and nursing. Ultimately it’s up to you. You should know there also isn’t a lot of info regarding benefits of bakuchiol currently, at least in the peer reviewed medical literature. If you really want to fight aging while nursing and want to be more conservative with your ingredients, I would look at peptides, vitamin C and niacinamide.

          • 11.27.21
            Aliza Azam said:

            Many thanks for your prompt response! I hv one day to grab the sephora sale, so I’m really looking for something that can fight fine wrinkles under my eyes! I thought peptides are no no but if u say go for that i will!! Cn i suggest an article on what is safe for pregnancy and BF for antti aging (wrinkles)? That would really help us!!
            Thanks again dr!!!

          • 11.27.21
            Christine said:

            Peptides are fine. Everything to worry about is here: skincare ingredients to avoid during pregnancy

  8. 4.6.19
    Jay said:

    Hi. I followed the link to Truth advanced moisturizing creme. Sephora site says product not carried. Could you please verify if I could use this instead? OLEHENRIKSEN
    C-Rush™ Vitamin C Gel Moisturizer

    Water, Glycerin, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Propanediol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Glycereth-26, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Cetearyl Alcohol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Hydroxyacetophenone, Panthenol, Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Linoleic Acid, Citric Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Xanthan Gum, Cetearyl Glucoside, Linolenic Acid, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Citrate, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Aroma/Flavor, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Sodium Phytate, Hyaluronic Acid, Vegetable Collagen, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Yellow 6 (Ci 15985), Yellow 5 (Ci 19140), Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Benzyl Alcohol.

    • 4.6.19
      15mins said:

      Yes, that moisturizer was recently discontinued actually. I’ve just left the link up so people can see it, but I’ll likely take it down soon.
      This looks fine.

  9. 4.24.19
    Astrid said:

    Thank you so much! This will be a life saver for me!

  10. 4.25.19
    May said:

    Hey! Is this product safe for pregnancy and nursing? Thank you so much!!

    OLEHENRIKSEN Counter Balance™ Mattifying Moisture Crème
    -Vitamin Plus Blend™ (Vitamins A, C, D, and E): Enhances the effectiveness of each other .
    -Sodium PCA: Promotes hydration.
    -Oat Flour: Mattifies, calms, and helps control shine.
    -Aloe Vera Gel: Moisturizes, calms, and conditions the skin.

    Water, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Cyclopentasiloxane, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Glycerin, Cyclohexasiloxane, Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Flour, Palmitic Acid, Tocopheryl Acetate, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Stearic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Panthenol, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Corylus Americana (Hazel) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Sodium Polyacrylate, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Panax Ginseng Root Extract, Parfum/Fragrance, Tritcum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil, Sodium PCA, Retinyl Palmitate, Potassium Hydroxide, Humulus Lupulus (Hops) Flower Extract, Chamomila Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Seed Extract, Myristic Acid, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Citric Acid, Tocopherol, Ascorbic Acid, Benzoic Acid, Benzyl Benzoate, Coumarin, Limonene, Linalool.

    • 4.26.19
      15mins said:

      No, due to the retinoid it needs to be avoided in pregnancy for sure, and if you are conservative many would avoid during nursing as well.

  11. 5.30.19
    Lacey said:

    Hello, you truly feel a toner like the Balancing Force Oil Control Toner: is unsafe even when salicylic isn’t a large ingredient and either are the others? It’s literally the only thing in the world that helps my cystic acne and I just found out I am pregnant.

    • 5.30.19
      15mins said:

      Salicylic Acid in any amount is felt by the medical community to be an ingredient to avoid during pregnancy and is widely recommended to be avoided. There are some instances during which you could continue using it under your doctor’s supervision, but I am of the opinion that it should be avoided if possible.

  12. 7.2.19
    Gigi Tee said:

    Hello! Thank you so much for doing this. Might be a silly question but I’m going to ask anyways – the products listed in the safe for pregnancy would also be safe during nursing as well correct? Thank you again

    • 7.2.19
      15mins said:

      Yes, pregnancy is the most restrictive. The list is ordered by Pregnacy and nursing safe, then only nursing safe (not pregnancy safe) and then not safe for either.

  13. 8.7.19
    Cindy nguyen said:

    Hi love,

    Thanks for sharing all of this ! It’s so informative, just wanted to ask if this product is safe to use while pregnant and breastfeeding; OleHenricksen PHAT glow

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Kaolin, Gluconolactone, Gluconic Acid, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Propanediol, Bentonite, Cetearyl Alcohol, Salvia Hispanica (Chia) Seed Oil, Betula Alba Juice, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyacrylate-13, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum/Fragrance, Pullulan, Polyisobutene, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Polysorbate 20, Hexylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol, Biotin, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Extract, Eriophorum Spissum Flower/Stem Extract, Chlorphenesin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sorbic Acid, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77499), Citral, Limonene, Linalool.

    Also while I’m here,
    The Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Great 8 Daily Defense Moisturiser ;

    AQUA/WATER/EAU, HOMOSALATE, ETHYLHEXYL SALICYLATE, DIPROPYLENE GLYCOL, BUTYL METHOXYDIBENZOYLMETHANE, GLYCERIN, THERMUS THERMOPHILLUS FERMENT, BUTYLENE GLYCOL, IMPERATA CYLINDRICA ROOT EXTRACT, ENANTIA CHLORANTHA BARK EXTRACT, MARRUBIUM VULGARE EXTRACT, ACRYLATES/C10-30 ALKYL ACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, AMMONIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYLTAURATE/BEHENETH-25 METHACRYLATE CROSSPOLYMER, CAPRYLYL GLYCOL, CARBOMER, DIMETHYLMETHOXY CHROMANOL, DISODIUM EDTA, HYDROXYACETOPHENONE, OLEANOLIC ACID, CLAREOLIDE, TRIETHANOLAMINE, PARFUM (FRAGRANCE), GERANIOL, HEXYL CINNAMAL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, CHLORPHENESIN.

    Thanks in advance

    • 8.7.19
      15mins said:

      THe OleHenricksen has Gluconolactone and licorice root, so I wouldn’t use it while pregnant. Ok for nursing.
      The Elizabeth arden has chemical sunscreens, also ok for nursing but not pregnancy

  14. 8.23.19
    Laura Palmer said:

    Which cleansing brushes are safe to use during pregnancy?

    I am currently using the Opus Luxe from Nion Beauty. Do you know if this is pregnancy safe?

    • 8.23.19
      15mins said:

      All the brushes are fine! 🙂

  15. 8.26.19
    Ayça Warner said:

    Thank you. You saved me hours.

  16. 9.22.19
    Shana said:

    Omggggg thank you so much for doing this!! This is amazingly pertinent info! I’m so glad I came across this as I just purchased the three little wonders (ole henriksen)! I will save the invigorating and sheer moisturiser for after I have given birth! Thank you 💞

  17. 9.28.19
    Anna said:

    Hi there,

    Goodnight Glow Retin-ALT Sleeping Crème does not have retinol in it. It has Bakuchiol instead which my derm says is safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding. Just wanted to check why you listed it as not safe? Thanks

    • 9.29.19
      15mins said:

      Please read the post above, I don’t say it has retinoid, instead it has Bakachiol, a natural ingredient the brand claims works just like a retinoid. There’s no information specifically about how this ingredient works, so I have been treating it like a retinoid. Note, we also don’t have any specific information stating that it is safe. It also has other ingredients to be wary of that many OBs say to avoid such as licorice root. I’m more conservative than other sources, this is likely because I’m a pediatrician, and I’ve also spoken with a large number of OBs so I have compiled the ingredients they are worried about here. It’s up to you.

  18. 11.2.19
    Sandy said:

    Hi ! Thank you for this amazing list. I am wondering if this product is safe for pregnancy, the Ole Henriksen PHAT Glow Facial Mask, here are the ingredients:

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Kaolin, Gluconolactone, Gluconic Acid, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Propanediol, Bentonite, Cetearyl Alcohol, Salvia Hispanica (Chia) Seed Oil, Betula Alba Juice, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyacrylate-13, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum/Fragrance, Pullulan, Polyisobutene, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Polysorbate 20, Hexylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol, Biotin, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Extract, Eriophorum Spissum Flower/Stem Extract, Chlorphenesin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sorbic Acid, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77499), Citral, Limonene, Linalool.

    • 11.2.19
      15mins said:

      I would avoid this in pregnancy due to the gluconolactone and licorice root. It’s ok for nursing though

      • 9.26.24
        Irina Zhorov said:

        Thank you for all you do! Curious if OLEHENRIKSEN Firmly Yours Dry Body Oil with Peptides is safe for pregnancy?

        Ingredients
        -Peptides: Help build support and condition skin.
        -Elderberry, Black Currant, and Cloudberry Oil: Native to Scandinavia, they help hydrate, support, and visibly plump.
        -Sweet White Lupin: Helps visibly firm and tighten the look of skin.

        Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Dicaprylyl Ether, Squalane, Sambucus Nigra Seed Oil, Passiflora Incarnata Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil, Lupinus Albus Seed Extract, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Euterpe Oleracea Sterols, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Oleic Acid, Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil,Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf/Stem Oil,Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Propylene Carbonate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Limonene, Citral.

        • 9.27.24
          Christine said:

          Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  19. 11.3.19
    Charlene Hambleton said:

    Hi, this website is amazing and very useful knowing which is safe for pregnancy or not.
    Please would be able to check ole henriksen transform plus phat glow facial.
    Here’s the ingredient list:
    Aqua, glycerin, kaolin, gluconolactone, gluconic acid, polyglyceryl -10 stearate, propanediol, bentonite, cetearyl alcohol, salvia hispanica (chia)seed oil, betula alba juice, glyceryl stearate, polyacrylyte -13, sodium hydroxide, parfum/fragrance, pullulan, polyisobutene, phenoxyethenol, caprylyl glycol, xanthan gum, potassium sorbet, polysorbate 20, hexylene glycol, sorbitan isostearate, tocopherol, biotin, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, panthenol, chamomilla recutita, matricaria flower extract, citrus lemon fruit extract, glycyrrhiza glabra (licorice) toot extract, saccharum officinarum (sugar cane) extract, santalum album (sandalwood) extract, eriophorum spissum flower/ stem extract, chlorhenesin, leuconostoc/radish root ferment filtrate, sorbic acid, iron oxides (ci 77491, ci 77499), citral, limonene, linalool

    Thank you very much

    • 11.3.19
      15mins said:

      Unfortunately this has gluconolactone and licorice root so is only nursing but not pregnancy safe.

  20. 11.13.19
    Carolin said:

    Hello,

    First off thanks so much for doing this. It can be so confusing and frustrating finding skin care and beauty products which are safe for nursing. 😪 I was wondering if you could give me some guidance on the Banana eye bright cream from Ole Hendriksen. I’ve been reading up and down the list and tried to compare the Ingredients with other Ole Hendriksen products but I can’t find an answer to whether it’s safe to use or not. I would appreciate it if by chance you could shine some light on this and help a very sleep deprived mommy out 😇🙏🏼 Here are the ingredients:

    Water (Aqua), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Isododecane, Coconut Alkanes, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Polyglyceryl-3 Rice Branate, Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax, Cetearyl Alcohol, 3-0-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Glygerin, Dilinoleic Acid/Propanediol Copolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Cocoyl Proline, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, HDI/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Polyacrylate-13, Mica, Polysorbate 20, Caprylyl Glycol, Titanium Dioxide (Cl 77891), Polyglyceryl-6 Ricinoleate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate, Pheno-xyethanol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Polyisobutene, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Parfum/Fragrance, Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide, Tocopheryl Acetate, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract.

    • 11.13.19
      15mins said:

      This is ok for pregnancy and nursing

      • 11.14.19
        Carolin said:

        Thank you so much 😊🙏🏼

  21. 11.14.19
    Liz said:

    Hi there! I am so appreciative of the work you put into these posts! Thank you! Was wondering about the Transform Plus Phat Glow Facial:

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Kaolin, Gluconolactone, Gluconic Acid, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Propanediol, Bentonite, Cetearyl Alcohol, Salvia Hispanica (Chia) Seed Oil, Betula Alba Juice, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyacrylate-13, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum/Fragrance, Pullulan, Polyisobutene, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Polysorbate 20, Hexylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol, Biotin, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Extract, Eriophorum Spissum Flower/Stem Extract, Chlorphenesin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sorbic Acid, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77499), Citral, Limonene, Linalool.

    • 11.15.19
      15mins said:

      Not safe for pregnancy due to gluconolactone and licorice root, but ok for nursing. It’s above in the comments a few times.

  22. 11.25.19
    Caitlin Copes said:

    Do you have any idea if the invigorating night treatment is safe? It says 12 source aha complex

    • 11.26.19
      15mins said:

      Do you have an ingredient list?

  23. 12.14.19
    Elin said:

    Such a great and helpful post! Thank you ❤

  24. 12.18.19
    F N said:

    Licorice root is safe for breastfeeding? Won’t it affect your supply? They say not to drink it but topically it is ok?

    • 12.19.19
      15mins said:

      Topically licorice root is ok for nursing, but I would avoid while pregnant.

  25. 12.22.19
    Clarissa said:

    Is the truth c-rush brightening gel cream ok for nursing?

    • 12.22.19
      15mins said:

      It’s here in the comments as ok for pregnancy and nursing

  26. 12.29.19
    Charlotte said:

    Hi- could you please review the Ole Henriksen Phat Glow Facial? Thanks so much:

    Ingredients are as follows:

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Kaolin, Gluconolactone, Gluconic Acid, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Propanediol, Bentonite, Cetearyl Alcohol, Salvia Hispanica (Chia) Seed Oil, Betula Alba Juice, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyacrylate-13, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum/Fragrance, Pullulan, Polyisobutene, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Polysorbate 20, Hexylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol, Biotin, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Extract, Eriophorum Spissum Flower/Stem Extract, Chlorphenesin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sorbic Acid, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77499), Citral, Limonene, Linalool.

    • 12.29.19
      15mins said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to gluconolactone and licorice root

  27. 2.18.20
    Tiki said:

    Love this list! So helpful!
    I just purchased a new Ole Henrikson Product and would like to know if this is safe for pregnancy/nursing when you get a chance –

    ‘Truth Juice™ Daily Cleanser‘

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Propanediol, Myristyl Myristate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Panthenol, Polysorbate 60, Dimethicone, Candelilla/Jojoba/Rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Tetrahexydecyl Ascorbate, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Jojoba Esters, Hydroxyacetonphenone, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Linoleic Acid, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Parfum/Fragrance, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Phenoxyethanol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Linolenic Acid, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Xanthan Gum, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate, Collagen, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Yellow 6 (Ci 15985), Yellow 5 (Ci 19140), Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Alcohol

    Thank you! Definitely favoriting this page for future reference!

    • 2.19.20
      15mins said:

      Looks ok!

  28. 2.19.20
    Jenny Luu said:

    This website is amazing!!! Thank you for all the hard work that you did! I see that the C-Rush brightening creme is safe but what about the new C-Rush brightening double creme?

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Propanediol, Myristyl Myristate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetearyl Alcohol, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Panthenol, Polysorbate 60, Dimethicone, Candelilla/Jojoba/Rice Bran Polyglyceryl-3 Esters, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Tetrahexydecyl Ascorbate, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Jojoba Esters, Hydroxyacetonphenone, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Linoleic Acid, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Parfum/Fragrance, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Phenoxyethanol, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Linolenic Acid, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Ethylhexylglycerin, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Xanthan Gum, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Camellia Japonica Flower Extract, Citric Acid, Sodium Phytate, Collagen, Ascorbic Acid, Tocopherol, Yellow 6 (Ci 15985), Yellow 5 (Ci 19140), Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Alcohol.

    • 2.19.20
      15mins said:

      This looks ok

  29. 3.9.20
    Teresa said:

    Hello,
    Thanks for compiling such a great list. Is the Truth Juice Daily Cleanser safe for pregnancy and nursing? I can not see it on your existing list. Thanks again

    -Orange Fruit Water: Helps revive and refresh skin.
    -PHA: Helps loosen and lift dead skin cells.
    -Truth Botanicals (Orange, Lemon, Rosehip, Gojiberry, and Seabuckthorn Extracts): Help condition skin.

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Chloride, Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Glycol Distearate, Gluconolactone, Propanediol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Water, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Citrus Sinensis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Kernel Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Calcium Gluconate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Yellow 6 (Ci 15985), Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Citrate, Limonene, Linalool.

    • 3.9.20
      15mins said:

      Looks ok

  30. 3.11.20
    Teresa said:

    Hello,
    Thank you for compiling this wonderful list!
    I was wondering if Truth Juice Daily cleanser is safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
    Thanks

    Orange Fruit Water: Helps revive and refresh skin.
    -PHA: Helps loosen and lift dead skin cells.
    -Truth Botanicals (Orange, Lemon, Rosehip, Gojiberry, and Seabuckthorn Extracts): Help condition skin.

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Chloride, Acrylates/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Copolymer, Phenoxyethanol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Glycol Distearate, Gluconolactone, Propanediol, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Sodium Benzoate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Water, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Citrus Sinensis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Triethyl Citrate, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Kernel Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Calcium Gluconate, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Yellow 6 (Ci 15985), Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Citrate, Limonene, Linalool.

    • 3.11.20
      15mins said:

      It’s fine, I believe I already checked it for you here in the comments?

  31. 3.19.20
    Rachel Lazarus said:

    Hi can you tell me if the PHAT glow facial is safe for pregnancy or nursing?

    Polyhydroxy acids (PHAs)
    a plumper alternative to AHAs to help even skin tone and texture through chemical exfoliation

    Nordic birch sap
    helps hydrate and nourish skin

    Pink bentonite clay
    helps clarify and renew

    Chia seed oil
    rich in essential fatty acids, helps nourish and plump skin with hydration

    Cotton extract
    helps soften skin

    Lemon, sugar cane, licorice root, chamomile and sandalwood extracts
    help condition skin

    Full List

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Kaolin, Gluconolactone, Gluconic Acid, Polyglyceryl-10 Stearate, Propanediol, Bentonite, Cetearyl Alcohol, Salvia Hispanica (Chia) Seed Oil, Betula Alba Juice, Glyceryl Stearate, Polyacrylate-13, Sodium Hydroxide, Parfum/Fragrance, Pullulan, Polyisobutene, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Xanthan Gum, Potassium Sorbate, Polysorbate 20, Hexylene Glycol, Sorbitan Isostearate, Tocopherol, Biotin, Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, Panthenol, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Extract, Eriophorum Spissum Flower/Stem Extract, Chlorphenesin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sorbic Acid, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77499), Citral, Limonene, Linalool.

    • 3.19.20
      15mins said:

      This is already in the comments here, it has Gluconolactone and licorice root, so I wouldn’t use it while pregnant. Ok for nursing.

  32. 4.1.20
    Ashley said:

    Hello Dr!
    OLEHENRIKSEN just released a new Banana Bright™ Vitamin C Serum. Would you mind reviewing the ingredients? I appreciate you so much!
    Aqua/Water/Eau, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Gluconolactone, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Triethyl Citrate, Citrus Sinensis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Potassium Hydroxide, Betaine, Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Aminomethyl Propanol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Gluconic Acid, Tocopherol, Glycerin, Succinoglycan, Phytic Acid, Mica, Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Caramel, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Phytate, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Yellow 5 (Ci 19140), Red 4 (Ci 14700).

    • 4.5.20
      15mins said:

      This has licorice root, ok for nursing but not pregnancy

  33. 4.3.20
    sandra youssef said:

    Hi doctor,

    I wonder if this product is pregnancy safe:

    Banana Bright™ Vitamin C Serum

    Aqua/Water/Eau, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Gluconolactone, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Triethyl Citrate, Citrus Sinensis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Potassium Hydroxide, Betaine, Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Aminomethyl Propanol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Gluconic Acid, Tocopherol, Glycerin, Succinoglycan, Phytic Acid, Mica, Sodium Metabisulfite, Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Caramel, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Sodium Polyacrylate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Sodium Phytate, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Ascorbic Acid, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Yellow 5 (Ci 19140), Red 4 (Ci 14700).

    • 4.3.20
      15mins said:

      This has gluconolactone and licorice root, ok for nursing but not pregnancy

  34. 4.23.20
    Maria said:

    Hello! Just wondering if this product is okay to use (I think it has been discontinued now): Ole Henriksen Ultimate Lift Eye Gel.

    Ingredients: Water (Aqua/Eau), Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Glycerin, Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract, Cucumis Sativus (Cucumber) Fruit Extract, Phenoxy Ethanol, Carbomer, Oleth-20, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Copper PCA, Euphrasia Officinalis Extract, Potassium Hydroxide, Arginine, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Steareth-20, N-Hydroxysuccinimide, Chrysin, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide, Potassium Sorbate.

    Thank you so much!

    • 4.24.20
      15mins said:

      It was d/c’d. It’s ok for pregnancy and nursing

  35. 7.5.20
    Misa Vincent said:

    Hello Dr,

    Is the Lucky Pucker Lip Scrub from Ole Henriksen safe to use during pregnancy?

    Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Sucrose, Candelilla Cera/Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax/Cire De Candelilla, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Behenyl Behenate, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fiber, Hydrogenated Coco-Glycerides, Cera Carnauba/Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax/Cire De Carnauba, Polyhydroxystearic Acid, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Garcinia Indica Seed Butter, Theobroma Cacao (Cocoa) Seed Butter, Tocopherol, Eugenol, Aroma/Flavor, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Leaf Oil, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Benzyl Benzoate, Linalool, Cinnamal, Citric Acid.

    • 7.7.20
      Christine said:

      Yes, looks ok for pregnancy and nursing

  36. 7.29.20
    Miryam Morozov said:

    Hi Dr.! Thank you so much for all the work you do! I’m looking for a good vitamin – c and I like the truth serum but am a bit confused since your vitamin – c post is it safe for pregnancy and in the list of products under OleHenriks it’s not. Can I use it during pregnancy?

    Here is a list of ingredients:

    Ingredients
    -True-C Complex: Formulated to help brighten the skin and fight visible signs of aging with stabilized vitamin C derivates and antioxidants.
    -Collagen: Helps improve skin’s youthful-looking elasticity.
    -Orange and Green Tea Extracts: Help nourish skin.
    -Aloe Juice: Helps soften and condition skin.

    Water, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Calcium Ascorbate, Sorbitol, Glycerin, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Euphrasia Officinalis Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Oleth-20, Hydroxyethylcellulose, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Benzophenone-4, Sodium Hyaluronate, Thioctic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Fragrance, Yellow 6.

    • 7.29.20
      Christine said:

      I thought I had removed it from the list there months ago (apparently it didn’t save the change? I just removed it again) but it’s in the comments there and here and also on that post (which I have now changed to bold to make it more noticeable, but it said this before), that in the case of a reformulation you need to always look at the brand page for the most up to date information. I can’t remember every post a brand might be mentioned in, and so I always say to check the brand page for the info, it is impossible for me to update every roundup.

      This was very recently reformulated I think (or online ingredient lists were updated). So you would need to check your packaging to see if you have the benzophenone-4 or not. In this formulation it is only ok for nursing, not pregnancy.

  37. 9.21.20
    Lia said:

    Thank you so much for providing this list! Unfortunately I didn’t know Bnana Bright™ Vitamin C Serum Is not ok during pregnancy and I used it multiple times!! I’m so worried now, do you think what side effect it will have on my pregnancy?!

  38. 1.19.21
    Cynthia said:

    Hi! Thank you so much for this list! I’m glad I can continue with most of my skincare! I did have a question about the new formulation for the truth serum. I saw you replied to someone else’s comment about it but I wasn’t clear if the new formulation is safe. Could you please confirm? The ingredients are listed below. Thank you so much!!

    Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Oleth-20, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Parfum/Fragrance, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Benzophenone-4, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aroma/Flavor, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Disdodium Phosphate, Polysorbate 60, Yellow 6 (CI 15985), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Thioctic Acid, Calcium Ascorbate, Sodium Phosphate, Sorbitol, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Sodium Benzonate, Alcohol, Absoribic Acid, Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Threonate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Euphrasia Officinalis Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Limonene, Linalool.

    • 1.19.21
      Christine said:

      I redid the entire list above right after that. It’s no longer safe for pregnancy but it is fine for nursing, the Benzophenone-4 is a chemical sunscreen

  39. 1.28.21
    Joan Vu said:

    Can you please review Truth Treatments skincare line??? 🙂

    • 1.28.21
      Christine said:

      I’ll add it to my to do list

  40. 3.7.21
    Cheri said:

    What about the blue/blackberry enzyme mask?

    Water (Aqua), Glycereth-7, Glycerin, Polysorbate 20, Carbomer, Vaccinium Angustifolium (Blueberry) Fruit Extract Rubus Villosus (Blackberry) Fruit Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Oil, Papain, Sodium PCA, Allantoin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Panthenol, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Triethanolamine

    • 3.7.21
      Christine said:

      Looks ok for both pregnancy and nursing

  41. 3.30.21
    Ashley said:

    Hi, can you tell me if a new product of theirs is safe, the Lemonade Smoothing Scrub? Thank you!!!

    Ingredients:
    -AHAs 10% (Glycolic and Lactic Acids): Chemically exfoliate and visibly even texture.
    -Ultra-Fine Sugar Exfoliants and Lemon Peel Extract: Physically exfoliate and visibly polish skin.
    -Holy Basil and Chamomile Extracts: Soothe and calm skin.

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Glycolic Acid, Sucrose, Hydrated Silica, Polyglyceryl-10 Dipalmitate, Propanediol, Lactic Acid, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Lactate, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Powder, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract/Extrait De Canne À Sucre, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Peel Extract, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Coconut Acid, Sodium Riboflavin Phosphate, Dimethylhydroxy Furanone, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80, Sodium Isethionate, Sorbitan Oleate, Triethyl Citrate, Vanillin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Linalool, Citral.

    • 4.1.21
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to glycolic acid, licorice root

    • 7.20.21
      Bond said:

      Hello I was recently sent Ole Henrikssen Dewtopia, it’s a new product and since I’m nursing I’m just not sure if it’s safe. Would you mind looking through ingredients?

      Full List
      Aqua/Water/Eau, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Betula Alba Juice, Gluconolactone, Glycolic Acid, Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Fruit Water, Lactic Acid, Isoamyl Laurate, Potassium Hydroxide, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Silica, Sodium Hydroxide, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate, Gluconic Acid, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract/Extrait De Canne A Sucre, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Peel Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Extract, Glycerin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Riboflavin Phosphate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil, Triethyl Citrate, Isododecane, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Dimethylhydroxy Furanone, Vanillin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Linalool, Citral.

      • 7.20.21
        Bond said:

        Apparently added EVERYTHING when I copied and pasted 🤦🏻‍♀️

        • 7.21.21
          Christine said:

          I do a lot of cutting and pasting when working on this site and I SWEAR it will do that with things that are not highlighted. It drives me bonkers!

      • 7.21.21
        Christine said:

        Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to gluconolactone, licorice root

  42. 3.31.21
    Michelle said:

    Hi- I was researching the truth serum and I’m curious which ingredient is the chemical sunscreen? I am wondering if they changed the ingredients. This is the updated list

    Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Oleth-20, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Parfum/Fragrance, PEG-12 Dimethicone, Benzophenone-4, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aroma/Flavor, Hydrolyzed Collagen, Disdodium Phosphate, Polysorbate 60, Yellow 6 (CI 15985), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Thioctic Acid, Calcium Ascorbate, Sodium Phosphate, Sorbitol, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Sodium Benzonate, Alcohol, Absoribic Acid, Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Threonate, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Euphrasia Officinalis Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Benzoate, Citral, Limonene, Linalool.

    Thank you! You’ve been such a great help.

    • 4.1.21
      Christine said:

      The Benzophenone-4. It previously wasn’t in there, but they added it on my re-review about a year ago 🙁

  43. 4.14.21
    Giovanna said:

    Hello!

    Wanted to find out if the new Lemonade Smoothing Scrub by Ole Henricksen is safe for pregnancy.

    Full List

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Glycolic Acid, Sucrose, Hydrated Silica, Polyglyceryl-10 Dipalmitate, Propanediol, Lactic Acid, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Sodium Hydroxide, Sodium Lactate, Acrylamide/Sodium Acryloyldimethyltaurate Copolymer, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Powder, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract/Extrait De Canne À Sucre, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Peel Extract, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Coconut Acid, Sodium Riboflavin Phosphate, Dimethylhydroxy Furanone, Isohexadecane, Polysorbate 80, Sodium Isethionate, Sorbitan Oleate, Triethyl Citrate, Vanillin, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Linalool, Citral.

    • 4.14.21
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to glycolic acid, licorice root

  44. 6.1.21
    Olivia said:

    Hello! I’m wondering if the 2021 version of Banana Bright™ Eye Crème is safe for pregnancy? The ingredients seem to have changed since the ingredient list posted below from 2019. Thank you so much! 🙂

    Banana Bright™ Eye Crème:
    Aqua/Water/Eau, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Isododecane, Coconut Alkanes, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Polyglyceryl-3 Rice Branate, Polyglyceryl-3 Beeswax, Cetearyl Alcohol, 3-0-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Glycerin, Dilinoleic Acid/Propanediol Copolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Cocoyl Proline, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Polyacrylate-13, Mica, Polysorbate 20, Caprylyl Glycol, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Polyglyceryl-6 Ricinoleate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate, Phenoxyethanol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Polyisobutene, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Parfum/Fragrance, Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Sodium Hydroxide, Sorbic Acid, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sorbitan Isostearate, Silica, Sodium Benzoate, Propanediol, Collagen, Aroma/Flavor, Ascorbic Acid, Linoleic Acid, Pullulan, Nannochloropsis Oculata Extract, Linolenic Acid, Citric Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Tocopherol, Citral, Limonene, Linalool.

    • 6.1.21
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

      • 6.3.21
        Olivia said:

        Amazing, thank you so much for reviewing it so quickly!! I have been finding conflicting opinions on the use of Sodium Benzoate during pregnancy, and it seems to be found in just about everything. Do you think this ingredient is potentially dangerous/concerning?

        • 6.3.21
          Christine said:

          It isn’t one I’m concerned about at all

  45. 6.13.21
    Christina Roberts said:

    Hi. I’m curious why you recommend against using BAKUCHIOL in pregnancy or nursing? I just read from some other articles it’s tooted as safe and I have used your site as my holy grail in researching safe products. Would really love your input on this. Thanks

  46. 7.21.21
    Robyn said:

    Hello,

    Can you please tell me if the Ole Henriksen Dewtopia Night treatment is safe for pregnancy? Thank you!

    Ingredients:
    Aqua/Water/Eau, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Betula Alba Juice, Gluconolactone, Glycolic Acid, Gossypium Herbaceum (Cotton) Fruit Water, Lactic Acid, Isoamyl Laurate, Potassium Hydroxide, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Silica, Sodium Hydroxide, Neopentyl Glycol Diheptanoate, Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate, Gluconic Acid, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugarcane) Extract/Extrait De Canne A Sucre, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Peel Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Extract, Glycerin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Riboflavin Phosphate, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Peel Oil, Triethyl Citrate, Isododecane, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Dimethylhydroxy Furanone, Vanillin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Limonene, Linalool, Citral.

    • 7.21.21
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to gluconolactone, glycolic acid, licorice root

  47. 12.2.21
    Brashell Collier said:

    Hi! I maybe overlooked this one but is the Cold Plunge pore remedy moisturizer ok while breastfeeding?

    Here are the ingredients :

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glycerin, Isopentyldiol, Cetearyl Olivate, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Olivate, Capryloyl Salicylic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Dimethicone, Pseudoalteromonas Ferment Extract, Stearyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Polyacrylate Starch, Menthyl Lactate, Parfum/Fragrance, Epilobium Fleischeri Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Trifolium Pratense (Clover) Flower Extract, Sodium Phytate, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Chondrus Crispus (Carrageenan) Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Macrocystis Pyrifera (Kelp) Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Salicylate, Tocopherol, Yellow 5 (Ci 19140), Blue 1 (Ci 42090), Limonene.

    Thank you!

    • 12.3.21
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylic acid, salicylic acid derivative, licorice root

  48. 12.6.21
    Grace said:

    Hello,
    Thank you for your website, it has been very helpful!!
    I had a question about the chemical sunscreen ingredient in the truth serum…..which ingredient is it?

    Here is the ingredient list:
    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Oleth-20, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Parfum/Fragrance, Peg-12 Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aroma/Flavor, Collagen, Disodium Phosphate, Polysorbate 60, Yellow 6 (CI 15985), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Thioctic Acid, Calcium Ascorbate, Sodium Phosphate, Sorbitol, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Ascorbic Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Euphrasia Officinalis Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Potassium Sorbate, Triacetin, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene, Linalool.

    Thank you.

    • 12.6.21
      Christine said:

      It’s the Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate

  49. 1.24.22
    Manisha Cholera said:

    Hi!! Wondering if this is safe to use while pregnant?
    OLEHENRIKSEN
    Strength Trainer Peptide Boost Moisturizer

    -Eight Amino Acids: Hydrate, supporting skin elasticity.
    -Eight Peptides: Condition and support strong skin.
    -Three Ceramides: Bind moisture, fortifying skin’s moisture barrier.

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Niacinamide, Acetyl Hexapeptide-1, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2, Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Carnosine, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Collagen, Serine, Alanine, Glycine, Glutamic Acid, Lysine HCL, Threonine, Arginine, Proline, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Sodium PCA, Sodium Lactate, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Betaine, PCA, Cyanocobalamin, Xylitol, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitylglucoside, Sorbitan Olivate, Carbomer, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Laurate, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Polysorbate 60, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Polysorbate 20, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum/Fragrance*, Citral, Limonene, Linalool.

    *Naturally derived fragrance per iso standard 16128-1.

    • 1.24.22
      Christine said:

      Yes, this is already in the list under pregnancy and nursing safe.

  50. 3.1.22
    Rachel said:

    Hello wondering if this sunscreen is safe – Neutrogena Clear Face (oil free) SPF 50 oxybenzone free

    Active ingredients: avobenzone (3%), Homosalate (10%), Octisalate (5%), Octocrylene (10%)

    Inactive ingredients: water, silica, cetyl dimethicone, styrene/acrylates copolymer, C12-15 alkyl benzoate, steareth-100, ethylhexylglycerin, aluminum starch octenylsuccinate, phenoxyethanol, caprylyl glycol, sodium polyacrylate, dimethicone, steareth-2, polyester-7, chlorphenesin, ethylhexyl stearate, disodium EDTA, propylene glycol, neopentyl glycol diheptanoate, bisabolol, acrylates/dimethicone copolymer, butylene glycol, mannan, xanthan gum, BHT, caprylol glycine trideceth-6, sarcosine, cedrus atlantica bark extract, cinnamomum zeylanicum bark extract, portulaca oleracea extract

    • 3.1.22
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreens

  51. 4.7.22
    Simran said:

    Hi, Looks like they reformulated the Truth serum again, could you please review the below list.

    -True-C Complex: Stabilized vitamin C derivates formulated to help visibly even the skin and fight visible signs of aging by delivering antioxidants.
    -Collagen: Helps support skin’s natural elasticity.
    -Orange and Green Tea Extracts: Help nourish skin.
    -Aloe Juice: Helps soften and condition the feel of skin.

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Oleth-20, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Parfum/Fragrance, Peg-12 Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aroma/Flavor, Collagen, Disodium Phosphate, Polysorbate 60, Yellow 6 (CI 15985), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Thioctic Acid, Calcium Ascorbate, Sodium Phosphate, Sorbitol, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Ascorbic Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Euphrasia Officinalis Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Potassium Sorbate, Triacetin, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene, Linalool.

    Thank you so much!

    • 4.7.22
      Christine said:

      I think this is the same.
      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to chemical sunscreen

  52. 4.7.22
    Jess said:

    Hi there,
    Would you please review the Truth Barrier Booster Orange Ferment Vitamin C Essence?

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol,Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Niacinamide, Acetyl Hexapeptide-1, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2, Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Carnosine, Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, Ceramide Eop, Collagen, Serine, Alanine, Glycine, Glutamic Acid, Lysine Hcl, Threonine, Arginine, Proline, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Sodium Pca, Sodium Lactate, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Betaine, Pca, Cyanocobalamin, Xylitol, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitylglucoside, Sorbitan Olivate, Carbomer, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Laurate, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Polysorbate 60, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Glycine Soja(Soybean) Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Polysorbate 20, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum/Fragrance*, Citral, Limonene, Linalool

    • 4.7.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

      • 4.27.22
        Kari said:

        Hi Doctor,

        In regards to the above review of the new product “Truth Barrier Booster Orange Ferment Vitamin C Essence”, I see that the Canadian sephora website’s highlights:

        -Fermented Orange Peel Extract: Helps nourish, condition, and refresh skin.
        -Orange Stem Cells: Help provide antioxidant protection.
        -Vitamin C (Ethyl Ascorbic Acid): Helps brighten and defend skin against pollution.

        The ingredients are same as the above post:

        Aqua/Water/Eau, Propanediol, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Glycerin, Methylpropanediol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol,Mangifera Indica (Mango) Seed Butter, Niacinamide, Acetyl Hexapeptide-1, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2, Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl Ester, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Carnosine, Ceramide Np, Ceramide Ap, Ceramide Eop, Collagen, Serine, Alanine, Glycine, Glutamic Acid, Lysine Hcl, Threonine, Arginine, Proline, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Sodium Pca, Sodium Lactate, Panthenol, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Betaine, Pca, Cyanocobalamin, Xylitol, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitylglucoside, Sorbitan Olivate, Carbomer, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Laurate, Phytosphingosine, Cholesterol, Polysorbate 60, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Glycine Soja(Soybean) Oil, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Polysorbate 20, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Beheneth-25 Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Dimethicone, Sodium Phytate, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum/Fragrance*, Citral, Limonene, Linalool.

        Do you know which ingredient might be the Orange Stem Cell? In that case, I guess we should avoid this product if we are or want to get pregnant? Thank you in advance for your time and help!

        • 4.28.22
          Christine said:

          So, there’s nothing here that looks like a stem cell. There’s also nothing that’s related to an orange. The US Sephora site has the same list and called out ingredients.

          Per the Ole website THIS is the list of ingredients, which is different than what Sephora has:
          Aqua/Water/Eau, Lactobacillus Ferment, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Niacinamide, Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Sodium Polyglutamate, Tocopherol, Glycerin, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (orange) Peel Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (orange) Callus Culture Extract, Citrus Sinensis (orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (orange) Oil, Hippophae Rhamnoides Extract, Lycium Barbarum Fruit Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Citrus Limon (lemon) Fruit Extract, Gluconolactone, Lithothamnion Calcareum Extract, Helianthus Annuus (sunflower) Seed Oil, Chondrus Crispus (carrageenan) Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Citric Acid, Sodium Riboflavin Phosphate, Sodium Tocopheryl Phosphate, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Benzoate, Calcium Gluconate, Triethylhexanoin, Polyglyceryl-3 Laurate, Acrylates/c10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin, Triethyl Citrate, Limonene, Linalool, Citral.
          *Naturally derived fragrance per iso standard 16128-1

          It’s really odd that Sephora would have a different list up there, they’re usually very reliable for ingredient lists, but I try to review products based on what the brand says the ingredients are. I’ve added it to the post based on what the Ole site. I would consider it Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to the stem cells and gluconolactone.

          These are the stem cells: Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (orange) Callus Culture Extract

          • 4.30.22
            Kari said:

            I’m glad I asked! Thank you so much again for reviewing!!

  53. 6.6.22

    Hi!
    What about this product? It is new. It is a body oil

    -Peptides: Help build support and condition skin.
    -Elderberry, Black Currant, and Cloudberry Oil: Native to Scandinavia, they help hydrate, support, and visibly plump.
    -Sweet White Lupin: Helps visibly firm and tighten the look of skin.

    Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Crambe Abyssinica Seed Oil, Dicaprylyl Ether, Squalane, Sambucus Nigra Seed Oil, Passiflora Incarnata Seed Oil, Tocopheryl Acetate, Salvia Hispanica Seed Oil, Borago Officinalis Seed Oil, Vaccinium Vitis-Idaea Seed Oil, Lupinus Albus Seed Extract, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Euterpe Oleracea Sterols, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Oleic Acid, Sambucus Nigra Fruit Extract, Bisabolol, Tocopherol, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Oil,Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil, Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf/Stem Oil,Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Propylene Carbonate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Limonene, Citral.

    • 6.6.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

      • 6.7.22
        Halle said:

        Thank you so much for the quick response and all you do!

  54. 7.19.22
    KG said:

    hi!

    ole henriksen came out with a newly formatted banana bright eye cream- is it pregnancy and nursing safe?

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Isododecane, Coconut Alkanes, 3-o-ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Synthetic Beeswax, Dilinoleic Acid/Propanediol Copolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Cocoyl Proline, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Ascorbic Acid, Colloidal Gold, Collagen, Glutathione, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Extract, Glucosyl Hesperidin, Tocopherol, Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide, Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Jojoba Esters, Caprylyl Glycol, Coco-caprylate/Caprate, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 Ricinoleate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Polyacrylate-13, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Citrate, Polyisobutene, Beheneth-5, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Sorbic Acid, Sorbitan Isostearate, Citric Acid, Sorbitol, Silica, Sodium Benzoate, 1,2-hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491).

    • 7.20.22
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  55. 8.31.22
    Si said:

    Hello Doc,

    Could you please help me have a look at Wonderful Double Cleanser? Is that safe? Thank you:)

  56. 1.24.23
    Ela said:

    Hello! Is the Truth Serum Vitamin C pregnancy-safe? I don’t see it listed as a product above-

  57. 1.27.23
    Micaela said:

    Hello! The banana bright eye cream seems to have a formula change . Are these ingredients still ok? I wasn’t sure about it!
    Aqua/Water/Eau, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Isododecane, Coconut Alkanes, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Synthetic Beeswax, Dilinoleic Acid/Propanediol Copolymer, Polymethylsilsesquioxane, Cocoyl Proline, Dimethicone Crosspolymer, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Ascorbic Acid, Colloidal Gold, Collagen, Glutathione, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Extract, Glucosyl Hesperidin, Tocopherol, Tamarindus Indica Seed Polysaccharide, Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract, Morus Alba Root Extract, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Jojoba Esters, Caprylyl Glycol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-3 Cocoate, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Polyglyceryl-6 Caprylate, Polyglyceryl-6 Ricinoleate, Hdi/Trimethylol Hexyllactone Crosspolymer, Polyacrylate-13, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate, Polysorbate 20, Sodium Citrate, Polyisobutene, Beheneth-5, Acrylates/C10-30 Alkyl Acrylate Crosspolymer, Behenyl Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Sorbic Acid, Sorbitan Isostearate, Citric Acid, Sorbitol, Silica, Sodium Benzoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Mica, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491).

    • 1.28.23
      Christine said:

      It’s fine!
      Ole seems to leave the “new formulation” designation on their site for over a year. When a product has a new formulation Sephora actually changes the page to a new URL and my links stop working (this is super helpful actually!), and my link is still working. I also checked the list you provided, and it’s fine. But every time I redo Ole’s list their most popular products all say “new formulation”…. I think they have a different definition of new than you and I do 🙂

  58. 2.7.23
    Ariel Sawyer said:

    Hi, can you please confirm if Ole Henriksen’s Hydrabarrier nourishing face oil is safe during pregnancy. Thank you for what you do, it’s a huge help!

    -Three oil Soluble peptides (Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7)
    -Pure Scandinavian berry oils (Cloudberry, Lingonberry, and Elderberry)
    -Ceramides
    Sambucus Nigra seed oil, Rosa Canina seed oil, Cambre Abyssinica Seed oil, Squalane, Tocopheryl Acetate, Salvia Hispanica seed oil, Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) seed oil, Rubas Chamaemorus seed oil, Vaccinium Vitis- Idaea seed oil, Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Linoleic Acid, Linolenic Acid, Tocopherol, Lithospermum Erythrorhizon Root extract, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary leaf extract), Halianthus Annuus (sunflower) seed oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate, Propylene Carbonate, Stearalkonium Hectorite, Parfum/ Fragrance, Citral, Limonene, Linalool.

    • 2.7.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  59. 2.10.23
    ic said:

    Hi – I see Banana Bright™ Eye Crème listed as a pregnancy safe eye cream in various articles online.
    Does that sound accurate? Are there any other pregnancy eye creams that you prefer?

    Thank you so much!

    • 2.11.23
      Christine said:

      My opinion on banana bright is above already. This is the one I recommend most often I think.

  60. 2.27.23
    Rachel said:

    Hi! Thanks so much for all you do!

    New product ,
    Banana Bright+ Vitamin cc Eyesticks

    Two Forms of Enhanced Vitamin C (3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid and Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate): Help brighten and fade the look of dark circles.
    -Banana Powder-Inspired Pigments: Light-reflecting mineral pigments that illuminate the look of your complexion.
    -Caffeine: Nurtures and supports skin.

    Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Aqua/Water/Eau, Cera Microcristallina/Microcrystalline Wax/Cire Microcristalline, Synthetic Wax, C9-12 Alkane, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Propanediol, Mica, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Sodium Chloride, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Caffeine, Tocopherol, Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Extract, Jojoba Esters, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Polysilicone-11, Phenoxyethanol, Tin Oxide, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891).

    Clean at Sephora products are formulated without the following banned or restricted ingredients (please see Clean at Sephora landing page for full list of specific restrictions and allowances by category—this is not an exhaustive list):
    Acrylates, Aluminum Salts, Animal Musks/Fats/Oils, Benzophenones and related compounds, Butoxyethanol, Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA), Butylated hydroxytoluene (BHT) under 0.1%, Carbon Black or Black 2, Coal Tar, Ethanolamines, Formaldehyde and Formaldehyde Releasing Agents, Hydroquinone, Lead and Lead Acetate, Mercury + Mercury Compounds (Thimerisol), Methoxyethanol, Methyl Cellosolve, Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone, Mineral Oil, Nanomaterials (restrictions for specific nanomaterials only), Oxybenzone, Parabens, Petrolatum and Paraffin (USP grade only), Phenoxyethanol under 1%, Phthalates, Plastic Microbeads, Polyacrylamide & Acrylamide, Resorcinol, Retinyl Palmitate, Styrene, Sulfates, Talc (no detection of asbestos), Toluene, Triclosan and Triclocarban, Undisclosed Synthetic Fragrance (under 1% and formulated without Acetaldehyde, Acetone, Acetonitrile, Benzalkonium chloride, BPA, EDTA, Methylene chloride, PTFE, PFOA), 1,4-Dioxane (ingredients must comply with impurity thresholds), Octinoxate, PFAS compounds, Nitromusks and Polycyclic Musks, Ethoxylated Ingredients (including PEGS or polyethylene glycol must meet contamination limits for 1,4-Dioxane and ethylene oxide), Cyclic Silicones, EDTA and derivatives (allowed if no technical substitute under 0.2%).

    (Sephora site ingredient list)

    Thank you so much for taking the time to read this and help determine if it’s pregnancy safe!

    • 2.27.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

      • 2.28.23
        Rachel said:

        Thanks so much!

  61. 3.5.23
    Amanda said:

    Hi doctor, could you please review the ingredients for a new product Banana Bright+ Vitamin CC Eye Stick- Banana

    Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Aqua/Water/Eau, Cera Microcristallina/Microcrystalline Wax/Cire Microcristalline, Synthetic Wax, C9-12 Alkane, Tridecyl Trimellitate, Propanediol, Mica, Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 Polyricinoleate, Sodium Chloride, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Caffeine, Tocopherol, Poncirus Trifoliata Fruit Extract, Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus Paradisi (Grapefruit) Peel Extract, Jojoba Esters, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Phytate, Polysilicone-11, Phenoxyethanol, Tin Oxide, Iron Oxides (Ci 77491, Ci 77492, Ci 77499), Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891).

    • 3.6.23
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  62. 3.11.23
    Victoria Abercrombie said:

    It appears the chemical sunscreen in the Truth Serum has been removed. Can you confirm that if this makes this pregnancy safe? Thank you!!

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Oleth-20, Sodium Ascorbyl Phosphate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Parfum/Fragrance, Peg-12 Dimethicone, Tocopheryl Acetate, Aroma/Flavor, Collagen, Disodium Phosphate, Polysorbate 60, Yellow 6 (CI 15985), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Thioctic Acid, Calcium Ascorbate, Sodium Phosphate, Sorbitol, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Sodium Benzoate, Ascorbic Acid, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Euphrasia Officinalis Extract, Rosa Canina Fruit Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Potassium Sorbate, Triacetin, Sodium Benzotriazolyl Butylphenol Sulfonate, Benzyl Benzoate, Limonene, Linalool.

    • 3.12.23
      Christine said:

      This list is safe, but look at the packaging when you purchase because both versions are still out there

  63. 3.28.23
    Jaspreet said:

    Hi, can you tell me if the new OLEHENRIKSEN
    Banana Bright Mineral Sunscreen 30 is safe for pregnancy?

    AQUA/WATER/EAU, ZINC OXIDE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE, PROPANEDIOL, NIACINAMIDE, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, SODIUM ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, SQUALANE, TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE, CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) CALLUS CULTURE EXTRACT, CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) PEEL EXTRACT, LACTOBACILLUS FERMENT, PANTHENOL, TOCOPHEROL, GLUCONOLACTONE, GLYCERIN, JOJOBA ESTERS, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, GLYCERYL STEARATE, CETYL ALCOHOL, CALCIUM GLUCONATE, GLYCOL STEARATE, LECITHIN, SORBITAN OLEATE, TAPIOCA STARCH, HYDROXYACETOPHENONE, ISOSTEARIC ACID, POLYGLYCERYL-3 POLYRICINOLEATE, POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID, ISOHEXADECANE, XANTHAN GUM, CANOLA OIL, POLYSORBATE 80, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, CITRIC ACID, OCTYLDODECANOL, LEUCONOSTOC/RADISH ROOT FERMENT FILTRATE, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, CITRAL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891).

    • 3.28.23
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylate, gluconolactone

  64. 3.29.23
    Nayleah said:

    Hi!! I wanted to see if this new Spf OLEHENRIKSEN
    Banana Bright Mineral Face Sunscreen SPF 30 is pregnancy safe

    Ingredients
    -Zinc Oxide 16.3%: Forms a physical barrier that instantly reflects UVA and UVB rays, discouraging the appearance of dark spots.
    -Enhanced Vitamin C: Visibly brightens, evens skin tone’s appearance, and defends against damaging free radicals while visibly correcting existing sun damage.
    -Banana Powder-Inspired Pigments: Light-reflecting mineral pigments.

    AQUA/WATER/EAU, ZINC OXIDE, CAPRYLIC/CAPRIC TRIGLYCERIDE, BUTYLOCTYL SALICYLATE, PROPANEDIOL, NIACINAMIDE, ALOE BARBADENSIS LEAF JUICE, 1,2-HEXANEDIOL, SODIUM ACRYLATE/SODIUM ACRYLOYLDIMETHYL TAURATE COPOLYMER, SQUALANE, TETRAHEXYLDECYL ASCORBATE, CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) CALLUS CULTURE EXTRACT, CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) PEEL EXTRACT, LACTOBACILLUS FERMENT, PANTHENOL, TOCOPHEROL, GLUCONOLACTONE, GLYCERIN, JOJOBA ESTERS, HELIANTHUS ANNUUS (SUNFLOWER) SEED OIL, GLYCERYL STEARATE, CETYL ALCOHOL, CALCIUM GLUCONATE, GLYCOL STEARATE, LECITHIN, SORBITAN OLEATE, TAPIOCA STARCH, HYDROXYACETOPHENONE, ISOSTEARIC ACID, POLYGLYCERYL-3 POLYRICINOLEATE, POLYHYDROXYSTEARIC ACID, ISOHEXADECANE, XANTHAN GUM, CANOLA OIL, POLYSORBATE 80, POTASSIUM SORBATE, SODIUM BENZOATE, CITRIC ACID, OCTYLDODECANOL, LEUCONOSTOC/RADISH ROOT FERMENT FILTRATE, PARFUM/FRAGRANCE, CITRAL, LIMONENE, LINALOOL, IRON OXIDES (CI 77491, CI 77492), TITANIUM DIOXIDE (CI 77891).

    • 3.29.23
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to Salicylate, Stem Cells, Gluconolactone

  65. 4.17.23
    Jamie said:

    Is the Truth Barrier Booster Orange Ferment Vitamin C Essence safe?

  66. 6.2.23
    Kaitlyn O'Reilly said:

    Hi Dr. General question,
    Above you have some products listed as nursing safe that have glycolic acid and licorice root, then below you have products listed as not pregnancy or nursing safe that have “Bakuchiol, Stem Cells, Glycolic Acid, Licorice root”, are these no longer nursing safe too because of the bakuchiol and stem cells? or also the glycolic and licorice root?
    Thanks

    • 6.2.23
      Christine said:

      It’s due to the bakuchiol, which acts the same way as a retinoid. Stem Cells should be avoided in pregnancy but are ok for nursing.

  67. 12.26.23
    Caroleen Brej said:

    I’m curious about the new dewtopia 25% acid facial?

    Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Propanediol, Gluconolactone, Glycolic Acid, Pentylene Glycol, Aqua/Water/Eau, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sodium Hydroxide, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Sodium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, Sorbus Aucuparia Fruit Extract, Lactic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Gluconic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Tocopherol, Glycerin, Lactobacillus Ferment, Riboflavin, Mica, Silica, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Carbonate, Polycitronellol, Polysorbate 60, Sorbitan Isostearate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Benzoate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Parfum/Fragrance, Limonene, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891).

    • 12.26.23
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to salicylic acid, gluconolactone, glycolic acid

  68. 4.2.24
    Amanda Wright said:

    Hello could you please review the ingredients in the new Banana Bright+ Instant Glow Moisturizer? Thank you!

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Propanediol, Cetyl Alcohol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Niacinamide, Steareth-21, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Synthetic Beeswax, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Ascorbic Acid, Colloidal Gold, Polyglutamic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil, Collagen, Glutathione, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Jojoba Esters, Riboflavin, Cyanocobalamin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sorbitol, Sodium Phytate, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethicone, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Mica, Tin Oxide, Parfum/Fragrance, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491), Citral, Limonene, Linalool.

    • 4.3.24
      Christine said:

      Safe for pregnancy and nursing

  69. 7.15.24
    Claire said:

    Hi, is the Ole Henriksen BANANA BRIGHT+ INSTANT GLOW MOISTURIZER safe for pregnancy? Many thanks!

    The ingredient list is: Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Propanediol, Cetyl Alcohol, 3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid, Niacinamide, Steareth-21, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, 1,2-Hexanediol, Synthetic Beeswax, Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate, Ascorbic Acid, Colloidal Gold, Polyglutamic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Rubus Chamaemorus Seed Oil, Hydrolyzed Vegetable Protein, Glutathione, Tocopherol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Jojoba Esters, Riboflavin, Cyanocobalamin, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Cetearyl Olivate, Sorbitan Olivate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sorbitan Isostearate, Sorbitol, Sodium Phytate, Citric Acid, Caprylyl Glycol, Dimethicone, Xanthan Gum, Polysorbate 60, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Pentaerythrityl Tetraethylhexanoate, Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate, Mica, Tin Oxide, Parfum/Fragrance, Citral, Limonene, Linalool, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Iron Oxides (Ci 77491).

    • 7.15.24
      Christine said:

      It’s safe for pregnancy and nursing! I’m updating brands in the “O”s, so I just updated this list for you. 🙂

  70. 8.15.24
    Victoria Hernandez said:

    Hello, I want to know is the OLEHENRIKSEN Banana Bright+ Instant Glow Moisturizer is safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding. I bought is 1 week ago and I really want to know if it’s safe to use. Thank you.

    • 8.16.24
      Christine said:

      That’s in the list, I added it when it was released.

  71. 9.22.24
    Helene said:

    Hi, this is super helpful!! Would you know if ole henriksen goodnight glow bakuchiol sleeping crème is pregnancy/nursing friendly?

    Aqua/Water/Eau, Glycerin, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, C12-15 Alkyl Benzoate, Dicaprylyl Carbonate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Cetearyl Alcohol, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Glyceryl Stearate, Potassium Hydroxide, Propanediol, Polysorbate 60, Panthenol, Dimethicone, Cetyl Alcohol, Parfum/Fragrance, Sodium Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Hydroxyacetophenone, Bakuchiol, Leontopodium Alpinum Callus Culture Extract, Isohexadecane, Linoleic Acid, Peg-75 Stearate, Phenoxyethanol, Cetearyl Glucoside, Polysorbate 80, Steareth-20, Ceteth-20, Linolenic Acid, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Enteromorpha Compressa Extract, Sorbitan Oleate, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Sodium Phytate, Silybum Marianum Fruit Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, Tocopherol, Violet 2 (Ci 60730), Red 4 (Ci 14700), Limonene, Linalool, Citral.

    • 9.22.24
      Christine said:

      Avoid in both pregnancy and nursing due to the bakuchiol. also avoid the licorice root in pregnancy

  72. 10.19.24
    Dani said:

    Is the OLEHENRIKSEN Glow Cycle Retin-ALT Power Serum safe?

    Water, Propanediol, Glycerin, Squalane, Glycereth-26, Glyceryl Polyacrylate, Mica, Cetearyl Alcohol, Bakuchiol, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Dimethicone, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Aminomethyl Propanol, Hydrolyzed Jojoba Esters, Phenoxyethanol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Parfum/Fragrance, Ceteareth-20, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Leontopodium Alpinum Callus Culture Extract, Caesalpinia Spinosa Fruit Extract, Cellulose Gum, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract, Kappaphycus Alvarezii Extract, Silica, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Saccharum Officinarum (Sugar Cane) Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Extract, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment Filtrate, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Citric Acid, Limonene, Linalool, Citral, Titanium Dioxide (Ci 77891), Violet 2 (Ci 60730), Red 4 (Ci 14700).

    • 10.19.24
      Christine said:

      Ok for nursing but not pregnancy due to bakuchiol, glycolic acid, licorice root